The Serbia defender spent almost a decade at the Bundesliga club, but will now continue his career in France

LA Galaxy sign experienced MLS midfielder Chris Pontius

FILE - In this Jan. 29, 2017, file photo, United States' Chris Pontius (23) plays during a friendly soccer match against Serbia, in San Diego. Midfielder Kenny Saeif will miss the CONCACAF Gold Cup because of a groin injury and will be replaced by Chris Pontius on the U.S. roster. (AP Photo/Denis Poroy, File)